Sep 14, 2020 (Last updated Dec 30, 2022) by Hannah Sunderani
Hiya friends! I’m starting the week with this comforting and warming vegan stuffed peppers recipe! This is a classic stuffed pepper recipe, made vegan. It’s healthy and satiating, vibrant and flavourful. And it’s an easy weeknight dinner recipe that you can whip together effortlessly.
Stuffed with rice, plant-based ground (like Beyond Meat, Impossible or Lightlife. Or sub with lentils), and my melty vegan mozzarella cheese! This recipe convinces even the vegan skeptic that there’s truly no compromise on taste when it comes a plant-based diet.
So, let me tell you exactly how to make these stuffed peppers so that you can enjoy them pronto!
For this recipe you will need:
Now, you may have noticed that I’m using a vegan “mock meat” for this recipe. I used the plant-based ground by Lightlife in the stuffing. There are so many good vegan meat brands on the market now, which taste so much like the real deal that you’re truly not compromising on taste.
Which is why I have given this recipe my Skeptic approval stamp.
Every time I serve this recipe to non-vegan friends and family, the response is unanimous: “it tastes exactly like the real thing!” That’s a vegan win right there.
Now, I know that some people are opposed to eating mock-meats because they aren’t considered “whole foods.” Certainly they more processed than other vegan protein sources like beans, tofu and nuts.
So, if you prefer to avoid mock-meats in your diet altogether simply sub for brown or green lentils to replace the plant-based ground.
1.5 cups = 1 package plant-based ground.
Then, follow the recipe the same. 🙂
Now, we don’t eat these mock meats on a daily basis, but they are great alternative to enjoy from time to time, especially when serving to meat-eaters (And if you ask me, vegan meats are no worse than animal-based meats when you factor in health, humanity and the environment). For me it’s a no brainer which is the better option.
Vegan stuffed peppers are very easy and straight forward to make, but a few tips will help you to master this recipe.
To ensure proper baking, you have to cook the ingredients before stuffing your bell peppers. Cook the rice in advance, as well as the plant-based ground or lentils. Then, combine everything into a large deep skillet (sauces and spices) and cook together until warm and combined.
My recommendation for stuffing bell peppers is to remove the top and inner core, and stuff them to fill. Some people cut them lengthwise, but I prefer to fill them like a pumpkin!
It’s helpful to pick a baking dish that tightly holds your bell peppers to secure them. You want them to be snug. I used a 9 x 13-inch baking dish for 6 bell peppers.
Traditionally, stuffed bell peppers are topped with cheese. For this recipe I’ve used my homemade vegan mozzarella recipe, but you can also use a store bought version.
Or, feel free to omit the cheesy topping entirely. This recipe is still delicious without.
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So there we have it! A very simple and delicious wholesome recipe for vegan stuffed peppers. It’s warm and comforting, flavourful and satiating. I truly think you’re going to love it! And, if you do make this recipe please let me know in the comments below what you think! I love hearing from you. And of course, tag me on Instagram with the hashtag #twospoons. Nothing makes me happier than to see your recreations.
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LOVE THESE!
We’ve made them 3x already. Do you know if they freeze well? (We use beyond meat)
Hi Jess! I have not tried freezing this recipe but I think it would work well! I’d recommend to store them in separate air-tight containers so you only have to reheat one at a time. 🙂 They should last in the freezer up to 3 months.
My husband really, really liked these. He would take a bite and say “wow this is really good” or “I like this” or “thanks for making this, this is good”. So it was a hit. I liked them too. Glad I googled and found your recipe and website.
Hi Stephanie! Oh I’m so glad that you stumbled upon my recipe, and that you and your husband enjoyed these stuffed peppers so much! We love this recipe too. Thanks for the very kind comment. Hope to see you back here! 🙂
I made these with the lentils, pretty tasty. I printed the recipe and will make them again
Hi Julie. I’m so glad you liked the recipe with the lentils! Thanks for the very kind note. 🙂